Coos Bay, Oregon Demographics & Population 2026
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Coos Bay, Oregon had a total population of 15,925, the 44th largest city in Oregon, with a median household income of $56,524, which is 32% lower than the state average. The poverty rate is 15.3%.
Data vintage: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates · refreshed July 2026 · Methodology & source notes
Key Takeaways
- Household income is 32% below the state average, indicating significant economic challenges.
Coos Bay Quick Facts
How Coos Bay Changed
Change from the 2019–2023 ACS period to 2020–2024. These are rolling five-year estimates, not year-over-year measurements.
| Metric | 2019–2023 | 2020–2024 | Change |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population | 15,867 | 15,925 | +0.4% |
| Median household income | $55,292 | $56,524 | +2.2% |
| Median home value | $272,100 | $306,900 | +12.8% |
How Coos Bay Compares
Median Household Income
Median Home Value
Economy & Housing
Household Income Distribution
Detailed income brackets
Employment
Housing Overview
People & Demographics
Age Distribution
Race & Ethnicity
Diversity Index
A less diverse community where one racial or ethnic group represents a large majority.
State average: 46 | National average: 61
Education
Educational Attainment (Adults 25+)
Coos Bay Rankings in Oregon
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Other Cities in Coos County
| City | Population | Median Income | Poverty | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| North Bend | 10,171 | $81,320 | 14.0% | $352,300 |
| Coquille | 4,002 | $58,490 | 19.8% | $304,500 |
| Bandon | 3,330 | $48,187 | 26.3% | $503,200 |
| Myrtle Point | 2,684 | $47,656 | 20.2% | $252,900 |
| Lakeside | 1,870 | $65,375 | 14.1% | $304,900 |
| Barview | 1,684 | $78,510 | 4.5% | $246,600 |
| Bunker Hill | 1,626 | $60,058 | 24.3% | $227,600 |
| Saunders Lake | 1,338 | $63,914 | 18.1% | $339,700 |
| Glasgow | 697 | $91,047 | 10.9% | $433,800 |
| Powers | 613 | $48,625 | 23.3% | $159,900 |
Cities Similar to Coos Bay
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| The Dalles | 15,917 | $62,614 | $360,800 | 22.7% | 11.0% |
| Four Corners | 16,275 | $69,669 | $340,200 | 10.3% | 13.9% |
| Pendleton | 16,950 | $66,563 | $287,100 | 24.7% | 15.0% |
| Dallas | 17,531 | $71,549 | $389,100 | 22.9% | 15.5% |
| La Grande | 13,058 | $58,427 | $278,700 | 26.8% | 20.9% |
Population Overview
Coos Bay is a small city located in Oregon, within Coos County. The total population is 15,925. It ranks as the 44th most populous out of 420 Census-designated places in Oregon.
Age Demographics
The median age in Coos Bay is 44.1 years. This is 9% higher than the state median of 40.4 years.
Economy, Income & Housing
The median household income in Coos Bay is $56,524. This is 32% lower than the state median of $83,011. It is also 30% lower than the national median of $80,734. The poverty rate stands at 15.3%. This is 28% higher than the state poverty rate of 11.9%. The unemployment rate is 6.0%. This is 12% higher than the state rate of 5.4%. The median home value is $306,900. Housing costs are 36% lower than the state median of $477,600. The home-value-to-income ratio is 5.4x. 60.1% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 5% lower than the state average of 63.3%.
Race & Ethnicity
The largest racial or ethnic group in Coos Bay is White (non-Hispanic), making up 82.6% of the population. Hispanic or Latino residents account for 9.0%. The Black or African American population (0.5%) is well below the state average of 1.8%. The Asian population (1.8%) is well below the state average of 4.4%.
Education
22.9% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 38% lower than the state rate of 36.8%. Nationally, 35.7% of adults hold at least a bachelor's degree. The high school graduation rate (or equivalent) is 91.4%.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Coos Bay, Oregon is sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau's American Community Survey (ACS) 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates. The ACS collects data from approximately 3.5 million households annually and pools five years of responses so that even small communities can be measured, though the margin of error widens as the population falls. Comparisons are made against Oregon state averages and national averages calculated from the same dataset. Rankings reflect the city's position among all 420 Census-designated places in Oregon. Read more about how these figures are produced on our methodology page, or visit data.census.gov for official data.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the population of Coos Bay, Oregon?
Coos Bay, Oregon has a population of 15,925 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Coos Bay, OR?
The median household income in Coos Bay is $56,524, which is 30% lower than the national median of $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Coos Bay, OR?
The poverty rate in Coos Bay is 15.3%. This means approximately 2,372 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of Coos Bay, Oregon?
Coos Bay's population is 82.6% White, 0.5% Black, 9.0% Hispanic/Latino, and 1.8% Asian.
What is the median home value in Coos Bay, OR?
The median home value in Coos Bay is $306,900. The home-value-to-income ratio is 5.4x.
How educated is Coos Bay, Oregon?
22.9% of adults (25+) in Coos Bay hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 8.6% hold a graduate or professional degree.